WIFI, Internet Connections

Okay i fill like such a fool, but i really need sum help. I am currentlt trying to set up my wifi from home, but could you tell me everything i need to have and how to set it up.. I am currently on dsl internet connection, but i dont have a wireless router, is it still possible to setup a wifi connection from home? If so could you guys please give me some help and educate me alot on this!!! Thanks Anyone help please!!!!

Yes it is possible but you need to purchase a wireless router first.
The wireless router connects to your DSL modem and then you set up your wireless or Wi-Fi network. You want to use encryption along with password protecting your wireless network and the wireless router will have several options. There is what is called WEP encryption and WPA encryption with WPA being much more secure than WPA. The wireless router you purchase should have both options along with instructions for setting up your wireless network.
I use an Apple wireless router which is very easy to set up and is very small and is compatible with Macs and Windows PCs.
http://www.apple.com/airportexpress/

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